by Change Miramar1/2 Sovereign
England · 916 ‰
Photo for illustration only: the year and appearance of the coin delivered may differ.
Specifications
| Fine weight | 3,66 g |
| Gross weight | 4 g |
| Fineness | 916 ‰ |
| Diameter | 19,0 mm |
| Thickness | 2,8 mm |
| Country | England |
| Design | George V - Edward VII - … |
| Minted | From 1817 to 1926 |
| Condition | Very Fine or better, undamaged |
Tax on resale (France)
Either a flat tax of 11.5% on the sale price, or a tax on the actual capital gain with an allowance for each year of ownership, on presentation of the invoice. General information, to be confirmed with your tax adviser. Read the guide on gold taxation (in French).
How collection works
You choose the branch when you order. We send you a text message when the order is ready. You collect it on presentation of the ID used for the order, at a time of your choice during opening hours.
Its history
The Gold 1/2 Sovereign is an iconic coin in British monetary history, created in 1544 under the reign of Henry VIII. Its production was often interrupted.
In 1817, the Gold 1/2 Sovereign became a regular issue following the monetary reform of George III. It was struck until 1926.
Each Gold 1/2 Sovereign bears the effigy of a monarch, from George III to George V. The reverse shows Saint George slaying the dragon.
The 1/2 Sovereign offers strong liquidity on the market. It is a valuable means of diversification for gold investors.